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The Lead with Jake Tapper

CNN’s lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren’t found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.

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Jan 6 Hearing Outlines GOP Efforts To Shut Down Trump Fraud Claims Jun 13, 2022

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The January 6th select committee lays out evidence that Donald Trump knew what he was saying about the election was a lie, but he kept going anyway. Testimony from the hearing includes Trump’s attorney general, campaign manager, and Trump’s own daughter. Then, Vladimir Putin admits the real reason he invaded Ukraine with a new propaganda message.

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Rep. Cheney: Trump Had A “Seven-Part Plan” To Overturn The Election Jun 10, 2022

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Turbulence continues on Wall Street as inflation hits a new 40-year high. President Biden paused from a regional summit to address what his team views as the most pressing issue: high prices. Plus, the seven-part plan the January 6th committee says Donald Trump had to overthrow the government.

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Jan. 6 Committee To Reveal New Evidence In Prime-Time Hearing Jun 09, 2022

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More than year after we all saw the deadly Capitol riot playing out in real time, we are learning how individuals and groups plotted and schemed for months to overturn the will of voters and keep Donald Trump in power. Plus, the ramped up security plans after the FBI says an armed left-wing would-be assassin wanted to kill a Supreme Court justice.

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Senate Negotiators Brief Colleagues On Gun Reform Deal Progress Jun 08, 2022

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Grieving parents, a distraught doctor, even a fourth grade survivor provide gripping testimony today on Capitol Hill after the Uvalde mass shooting changed and destroyed lives. We examine what they want versus what lawmakers are willing to do. Jake speaks with key gun reform GOP negotiator Senator Pat Toomey.

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Sen. Cornyn: Lawmakers Starting To Draft Text Of Gun Package Jun 07, 2022

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A key Senator pivotal to gun negotiations is spotted at the White House. Sen. Jacky Rosen joins to share her perspective on whether gun legislation can reduce mass shootings in America. Plus, more workers are facing difficult return to the office ultimatums.

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U.S. Reeling After 10 More Mass Shootings In Deadly Weekend Jun 06, 2022

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After a horribly bloody weekend in America with mass shootings at a popular night spot and another at a graduation party, are our elected leaders doing anything to try to stop gun violence? Plus, the credibility of the leader of a major U.S. ally is called into question as Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s political fate comes down to a secret vote.

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NYT: Pence Aide Warned Secret Service Of Security Risk Before Jan 6 Jun 03, 2022

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A top Pence aide was reportedly so worried about Trump’s fury with Pence for refusing to overturn Democracy, he warned Secret Service before January 6th. This as another top Trump White House aide is indicted, arrested, and brought to court. Plus, President Biden tries to celebrate a strong jobs report while his attention is otherwise consumed with inflation, gas prices, gun massacres and more.

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Police: Two Doctors, Receptionist, Patient Killed In Tulsa Attack Jun 02, 2022

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233 mass shootings in the United States already this year and it is only June 2nd. In Oklahoma, four people have been killed by a gunman targeting his doctor and anyone who got in his way. Rep. Mondaire Jones speaks with Jake about attempts to advance gun restrictions in congress.

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Gas Prices Hit Another Record High Jun 01, 2022

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Gas prices are are hitting a hideous high, but it’s the prediction for the next ten days that may be even scarier. Plus, a jury finds both Amber Heard and Johnny Depp liable for defamation. Also, the Uvalde school district police chief responds when confronted by CNN about allegations of failing to cooperate in the investigation.

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New Audio Raises Questions About Police Response In Uvalde May 31, 2022

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Scrutiny is growing over the police and their response to the Uvalde massacre. Did officers know children were trapped inside a classroom with the killer? Plus, Supreme Court clerks have been asked to hand over their cell phone records as investigators try to track down the person who leaked the pending opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade.

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